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Fiber Facility Status and Assignment

Fiber Facility Status and Assignment

The “Spatial Engineer 11” tutorial on fiber facility status specifically addresses how to monitor and manage the status of fiber connections within a network, focusing on a setup involving a splitter cabinet feeding a fiber terminal, which then distributes connections to premises. Here’s a structured guide based on the video content:

  1. Accessing Fiber Facility Status:
    • Open the fiber facility status feature by selecting the fiber pull-down menu and choosing the sixth option, labeled “Facility Fiber Status.”
  2. Selecting a Fiber Terminal:
    • With the selection tool (pick box), click on the fiber terminal of interest to open the fiber facility status dialogue.
  3. Understanding the Fiber Facility Status Dialogue:
    • The dialogue displays critical information such as the facility ID, incoming and outgoing fiber counts, and types of connections. If applicable, the route of the fiber is also shown.
    • The “In Count” tab reveals fibers entering the facility and their associated facilities.
    • The “Associated Facilities” section lists outgoing connections from the terminal, indicating the number of premises served.
  4. Assigning Paths to Optical Network Terminals (ONTs):
    • To assign a path to an ONT, right-click on the desired Network Interface Device (NID) and select “Assign Path.”
    • Follow the prompts to select your fiber terminal, then choose an available fiber from the splitter cabinet.
    • The assignment summary will provide details about the path, including service ID, distribution point, central office, port, and specific fiber strand.
  5. Viewing Assignment Details:
    • After assignment, double-clicking on an entry (e.g., A1 for a house premise) in the assignment view will display associated customers and relevant details for that premise.
    • This functionality allows for a comprehensive overview of each premise’s connection status and customer information.
  6. Unassigning Paths:
    • To unassign a path, right-click on the corresponding NID and select “Unassign Path.” Confirm the action when prompted.
    • This feature is useful for reallocating or deactivating connections as needed.
  7. Exiting the Feature:
    • Once all necessary assignments and adjustments are made, select “Exit” to close the fiber facility status dialogue.
  8. Concluding Remarks:
    • This tutorial demonstrates the importance of managing fiber facility statuses within Spatial Engineer 11, enabling efficient assignment and monitoring of fiber connections to premises through a user-friendly interface.

This guide helps users of Spatial Engineer 11 effectively manage their fiber optic network infrastructure, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on fiber connections, facilitating smooth operations and maintenance tasks.

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